WPL Players

This series of workshops for teens aged 12 to 18 explores the works of William Shakespeare and how to present a stage play, culminating with a production of an original play inspired by Macbeth.

Auditions

June 4th, 2:30–5:30 p.m.First, an introduction to the world of the Bard, then, auditions for those who wish to join the cast and crew of our original production! Budding actors can also audition for the play, which will be performed on Friday, July 26th and Saturday, July 27th.

Do you speak Shakespeare?

June 6th, 3:30–5:30 p.m.It’s time to have a little fun… dive into scenes from some of Shakespeare’s best plays.

Shakespeare in the 21st Century

June 13th, 3:30–5:30 p.m.Can you step into the characters and situations in these scenes and make them your own? Through these fun theatre improv games, we decode the timeless stories and themes in Shakespeare’s plays.

You have to talk the talk and walk the walk...

June 20th, 2:30–4:30 p.m.The words on a page are only part of the puzzle… in order to bring a character to life in any play, you must use how you walk, talk and even breathe to add depth to your role.

Cheating the right way!

June 27th, 2:30–4:30 p.m.The best actors are great observers—and that means learning from the greatest actors and borrowing from the best performances.Please note: ALL cast members must report to this session in preparation for the performances.

...and they fight!

July 11th, 2:30–4:30 p.m.Learn how to be safe when fighting on stage and how to make every blow look real when it’s not.Please note: ALL cast members must report to this session in preparation for the performances.

All the world is a stage

July 18th, 2:30-4:30 p.m.With costume and set pieces, the empty stage becomes a world unto itself.Please note: ALL cast members must report to this session in preparation for the performances.

From start to finish...

July 25th, 2:30–4:30 p.m.Learn the basics of a stage production, from picking a script, choosing actors, getting the word out and getting ready for curtains.Please note: ALL cast members must report to this session in preparation for the performances.

WPL Players presents… Macbeth Lite

Places please! After weeks of rehearsal, our intrepid teens are ready to perform a short play inspired by William Shakespeare’s Macbeth Lite, written and directed by Sam Nash of A Play on Swords. Attend one or both of the performances, which are free of charge, open to all and are a wonderful introduction to Shakespeare for children aged 8 years and older.

Both performances will be held in the Weatherford Public Library Auditorium.